Synopsis
This pamphlet examines what it was about early Friends belief and practice that invited direct experience of the Spirit. It also describes explorations by contemporary Friends to seek a deeper communion with God in worship, suggesting that a renewal of worship will help Friends today become powerful witnesses to another way of life.
About the Author(s)
Marcelle Martin, a member of Chestnut Hill Monthly Meeting in Philadelphia (PA), has served as teacher and spiritual nurturer at Pendle Hill. She also facilitates retreats to help monthly meetings explore spiritual practices and grow as faith communities. She is a graduate of the Shalem Institute Program on Spiritual Guidance and the School of the Spirit’s program on Contemplative Living and Prayer. She is currently writing a book about women mystics who were traveling ministers.
Pendle Hill Pamphlet #366